Can-Am DS 70 vs Kymco Mongoose 70 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS 70stacks up against the Kymco Mongoose 70. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am DS 70Kymco Mongoose 70
Model year20142013
Price$2,299$2,199
Engine69 cc69 cc
Horsepower5 hp
Weight111 kg105 kg
Seat height39 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Double drumExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires19/7-8 / 18/10-8 16/8-7 / 16/8-7

Can-Am DS 70 vs Kymco Mongoose 70 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am DS 70 and the Kymco Mongoose 70 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS 70 brings its published horsepower in a 111 kg package, while the Kymco Mongoose 70 counters with 5 hp at 105 kg. On price, the Kymco Mongoose 70 has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: